The Wasp — 1892 — page 318: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily **editorial and news commentary** rather than political cartoons. The masthead cartoon shows a wasp attacking a figure, representing the magazine's satirical mission. The main articles discuss: 1. **Jay Gould** - Criticized for becoming a "real society man" rather than remaining a political force 2. **Appraiser Leavy** - Defending his reputation against accusations of corruption during the Cleveland administration 3. **Chinese immigrants** - Commentary on conflicts between Chinese cigar makers and local laborers over working conditions 4. **The Examiner** - Criticism of rival newspaper coverage of scandals involving the Custom House and Neuberger, Reiss & Co. 5. **Lieutenant Backus** - Notes on a New York officer's suicide threat The tone is investigative and moralistic, exposing corruption and hypocrisy among San Francisco's political and business elite.